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Energy Performance Certificate

6 Thornham Road, Methwold

IP26 4PH

THETFORD

Current

A

95

Potential

A

106

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in THETFORD, IP26 4PH. The property offers 253m² (2723 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (95/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £2872, comprising £2048 for heating, £582 for hot water, and £242 for lighting.

How Does 6 Thornham Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 95/100, this THETFORD property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £2872 annually are £1072 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 253m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IP26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property95
Average60
+58% better
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vs THETFORD

This property95
Average61
+56% better
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vs IP26

This property95
Average51
+86% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 95/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £2096/year more than the THETFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Current
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

A(95 points)

Potential Rating

A(106 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Feb 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

6 Thornham Road

Methwold

IP26 4PH

THETFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

253.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

95 / 100

Potential: 106

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CO₂ Emissions

-1.2 tonnes/year

-5 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

18 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Feb 2024

new dwelling

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About THETFORD

THETFORD is situated in Suffolk, East of England. Properties in THETFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1272 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IP26 postcode district contains over 3100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2048.0/yr

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Hot Water

£582.0/yr

Save £219/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£242.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Iceni Academy

All-through
📍0.2 miles awayIP26 4PE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Duchy of Lancaster Methwold CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIP26 4PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayIP26 5NB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Edmund de Moundeford VC Primary School, Feltwell

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayIP26 4DB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

All Saints Academy

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayPE33 9QJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Mundford Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayIP26 5ED

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Gooderstone Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayPE33 9BP

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Weeting Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍5 miles awayIP27 0QQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 150 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:150 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:23 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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Area Safety

Very Low Crime5 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Public order

2 incidents (40%)

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violent crime

2 incidents (40%)

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Criminal damage

1 incidents (20%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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